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This study examines the perceptions of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) toward United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 13 (Climate Action). Employing a quantitative survey across multiple industries, it captures numeric data to identify patterns in SMEs’ attitudes and evaluates whether demographic factors— length of operation, nature of business, number of employees, or type of ownership—influence these perceptions. Respondents rated statements on a five-point Likert scale (1 = Strongly Disagree to 5 = Strongly Agree) across five business dimensions: product, service, process, network, and model. Results reveal high overall support for climate-action initiatives, with mean scores indicating positive engagement in each dimension. Statistical analysis shows no significant variation in perceptions among SMEs grouped by any demographic criterion, suggesting a shared recognition of climate action’s importance irrespective of firm characteristics. These findings underscore the uniform commitment within the SME sector to integrate climate considerations into core operations. By illuminating SMEs’ supportive stance and the absence of demographic disparities, this research highlights the sector’s potential contributions to global climate objectives. Insights from this study can inform policymakers and practitioners aiming to tailor interventions that bolster SME participation in sustainable development and foster resilient economic growth.

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Integrating Climate Action into Business Operations: Perspectives from City SMEs in the Philippines

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年

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  • Justin Q. Cabellon,
  • Ashley M. J. A. Andrade,
  • Dave P. Bautista,
  • Kenshin Z. Gutierrez,
  • Dorothy Joy B. Nabo,
  • Angel Anne R. Nuarin,
  • Manuel J. Logatoc,
  • Rexieden N. Barrera

摘要

This study examines the perceptions of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) toward United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 13 (Climate Action). Employing a quantitative survey across multiple industries, it captures numeric data to identify patterns in SMEs’ attitudes and evaluates whether demographic factors— length of operation, nature of business, number of employees, or type of ownership—influence these perceptions. Respondents rated statements on a five-point Likert scale (1 = Strongly Disagree to 5 = Strongly Agree) across five business dimensions: product, service, process, network, and model. Results reveal high overall support for climate-action initiatives, with mean scores indicating positive engagement in each dimension. Statistical analysis shows no significant variation in perceptions among SMEs grouped by any demographic criterion, suggesting a shared recognition of climate action’s importance irrespective of firm characteristics. These findings underscore the uniform commitment within the SME sector to integrate climate considerations into core operations. By illuminating SMEs’ supportive stance and the absence of demographic disparities, this research highlights the sector’s potential contributions to global climate objectives. Insights from this study can inform policymakers and practitioners aiming to tailor interventions that bolster SME participation in sustainable development and foster resilient economic growth.